1. State Sen. Tony Avella, D-Bayside, is calling for the state to force arbitration through the Public Service Commission to settle disputes between cable channels and providers. Read the full story .
2. You may not know the name "Rickert-Finlay," but if you live in northeast Queens, you should. This week's is here to help.
3. Already hungry? It's never too early to start previewing your lunch options, so check out our pick for this week's .
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4. , if talks between the computer/smartphone giant and local developers continue on track (the others are in Manhattan and Staten Island.). The store would be located on Austin Street in Forest Hills, nearby other noted brands like Barnes and Noble and Victoria's Secret. Better luck next time, Brooklyn!
5. The weather today will be sunny and windy, with highs in the mid-30s.
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